Company Overview: This is an exciting time to join our dynamic organization! Bio Reference, an OPKO Health company, is the largest full service specialty laboratory in the United States that gives healthcare providers and patients the power to make confident healthcare decisions. With a focus on oncology, urology and women’s health, Bio Reference offers comprehensive test solutions and unparalleled expertise based on a 40 year legacy of proven science and exceptional service. Join our team and become part of the journey in making our patients and customers the highest priority. Job Description:We are looking for a Phlebotomist (38 hours per week) in our Maplewood, NJ location.
Schedule: Monday and Wednesday (12:00pm - 7:30pm), Tuesday (8:00am - 4:30pm), Thursday and Friday (8:30am - 4:30pm)
Position Summary:

• Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc.
• Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures
• Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required
• Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles
• Fully understand all of the physicians' orders
• Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes; label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order
• Checks all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct
• Package specimens for transport
• Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/ tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen.
• Understands and complies with OSHA and DEP regulations
• Wears appropriate attire including all PPE
• Attend annual department trainings
• Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries
• Other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where employed as required by state (CA, NV, WA & LA requires certification)

• Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

• Excellent patient interaction skills both in person and by phone
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently